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Community Mourns Beloved OCEAN Student

One dead, three injured in collision involving Jefferson Transit bus.

Desk with succulents, featuring words by poet Victoria Chang: “There is a bird and a stone in your body. Your job is not to kill the bird with the stone.”

Poetry on the Salish Sea and Centrum present to you: A Reminder of What Your Job is Not

Centrum’s Melissa O’Neil shares her thoughts on poetry in a dangerous world.

State of the City Annual Address at the Port Pavilion, City Manager John Mauro and Mayor Amy Howard (left) with audience (right)

The State of the City Annual Address to the People of Port Townsend

City cites success and identifies need for stronger budget communication.

Planning Commissioners, Planning Staff and City Council gathered around a table

How an Appeal from Homeowners Could Derail Port Townsend's Housing Plan

Affordable housing may take longer than originally anticipated.

Leaders of Governmental Agencies Re-start Process to Build Economic Vitality

Building relationships and trust seen as vital to crafting an economic framework as the county’s economic viability hangs in the balance.

Outside the Jefferson County Courthouse, view of red brick clock tower

Superior Court March 6: The Mental Health Element and Cognitive Decline

Jefferson County Superior Court proceedings and updates.

Restorative Justice Facilitated Dialogues (RJFD) in the Justice System

New program encourages dialogue and accountability for crime.

Susan Ferentinos (left), Megan Springate (right), Stonewall National Monument sign in the center of the photo.

Port Townsend Historian Susan Ferentinos Appointed to Smithsonian Board

Ferentinos brings inclusive history to the national stage.

Carmen Maura, left, and Marta Etura, picture of the two women on the street.

Life is sweet on “Calle Málaga”

Diane Urbani de la Paz shares her latest big screen movie review.

Soundcheck Sunday: Movement and Poetry

The last day of Soundcheck created spaces for everyone to be their best artist selves.

From Art Catalyst to Legacy Maker: Five Awards Presented in Soundcheck Kickoff

Artists of all types honored at this year's Port Townsend Arts Awards.

On wood benches in the City Council Chamber.

The Little Bookshop That Could: How Port Townsend’s Volunteers Are Writing a Love Story to Their Library

The Friends Bookshop reopened on March 2, 2026.

Two people with gloves and masks in front of bins of citrus, blueberries an apples

Jefferson County Food Bank Association

The Jefferson County Food Bank Association Emerges Stronger From Bumpy Transition

The food bank is serving more community members than ever before while supporting local food producers.

Front of the Jefferson County Courthouse, A large red brick building with a stone entrance and a clock tower on the right side.

Jefferson County Superior Court

Assault, Burglary and Theft—and Ongoing Recovery

This week, our justice beat is old enough that we are able to start following cases through the legal system.

A tall brown wooden door that says "Council" in gold and black in the center.

Port Townsend City Council

City Council: Police Annual Report and Emergency Repair Success

The Port Townsend Police Department gives their Annual Report and more in the March 2, 2026 Port Townsend City Council meeting.

A collage, at the center is a woman on a throne with a blue textured border and an orange circle bordering the picture of the woman.

Feral Feelings

Feral Feelings: That “Witchy” Feeling

A Pagan curious reader writes with questions about nurturing their inner witch and how to bridge the divide between personal traditions and family inherited beliefs.

Youth Reporting Lab

Welcome to Soundcheck!

The Beacon's Youth Reporting Lab, Arts Reporter Diane Urbani de la Paz and Editor Nhatt Nichols bring you the best of Soundcheck as it happens

Port Townsend City Council

Petition Threatens to Stall Port Townsend’s Housing Progress, Though Plan Remains in Effect for Now

Critics say appeal aimed at blocking density could worsen the housing crisis, as the city confirms zoning changes remain active during review.

Evans Vista

Port Townsend Council Charts Course for Mixed-Income at Evans Vista

Council directs staff to prioritize economic diversity in development solicitation, and seeks community amenities.

Quilcene Community Center, a single story brown shingle building with evergreen trees in the background

OlyCAP

Competing for Community Centers

North Hood Canal Chamber Challenges OlyCAP's Longtime Hold on Jefferson County Centers.

A room with fuchsia lighting, chairs and one person sitting in a chair in the foreground on the right

Jefferson County Recreation Center

Improv Helps With Uncertain Times at Rec Center

Olympic Improv brings a sense of community fun and good mental health to all.

Front of the Jefferson County Courthouse, a large red brick building with a clock tower on the right side.

Jefferson County Superior Court

Superior Court: Community Service, Assault, and Child Abuse

Court cases and trial updates for the week.

Port Townsend City Council

City Council February 17, 2026: Utilities, Roads, and Evans Vista

City planning department floats idea to lessen utility costs for urban farms and adopts 2026 Local Road Safety Plan.

GOAT

The Goat, the Panther and the Basketball Player

If you need an high-energy underdog story for the whole family, this film’s got your GOAT.

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